Flag Collection (#93)

White Star Line, Losol ware asparagus dish with house flag logo at centre. 8ins

White Star Line, Stonier Delft asparagus dish
White Star Line, Second Class Delft Stonier and Company asparagus dish with flag logo. 9ins

White Star Line, Stonier Wisteria pattern egg cup
White Star Line, unusual oversize First Class Wisteria pattern Stonier and Company egg cup with flag logo. 2ins

White Star Line, Stonier Wisteria demitasse cup and saucer
White Star Line, Stonier and Company First Class Wisteria demitasse cup and saucer with flag logo. Cup 2ins. Saucer 2ins

White Star Line, Stonier Wisteria toothpick holder and base
White Star Line, rare Stonier and Company Wisteria pattern toothpick holder on an oval base with gilt piecrust edges. 9ins. 2ins

White Star Line, Stonier Wisteria hors d'oeuvre dish (base)
White Star Line, fine First Class Stonier and Company hors d?oeuvre dish (base) decorated in Wisteria pattern with flag logo. 10ins

White Star Line, Stonier Wisteria pattern hors d'oeuvre dish
White Star Line, fine First Class Stonier and Company hors d?oeuvre dish decorated in Wisteria pattern with flag logo. 10ins

White Star Line, Wisteria pattern demitasse cup and saucer
White Star Line, First Class demitasse cup and saucer in Wisteria pattern with flag logo on both, dated 3/1911. Date: 1911

White Star Line, First Class Wisteria teacup and saucer
White Star Line, First Class teacup and saucer decorated in brown Wisteria pattern, both with flag logo, marked on base 11/03. Cup 3ins. Saucer 5ins

White Star Line, Stonier Wisteria pattern milk jug
White Star Line, First Class Stonier and Company Wisteria pattern milk jug with flag logo. 3ins

White Star Line, Gothic arch oval ceramic fruit bowl with house flag logo in centre. 10ins

White Star Line, cut glass First Class vinaigrette bottle and stopper, house flag logo to body and top. 6ins

White Star Line, cut glass condiment and wine glass
White Star Line, cut glass condiment and stopper with house flag logo on lid, and First Class wine glass. 5ins

White Star Line, green glass whisky measure with logo
White Star Line, rare green glass whisky measure decorated with house flag logo and labelled Whisky. 2ins

White Star Line, cut glass vinaigrette bottle with stopper and house flag logo. 7ins

White Star Line, cut glass decanter with logo
White Star Line, cut glass decanter with flag logo. 9ins

White Star Line, vase with piecrust rim and logo
White Star Line, rare oversize vase with piecrust rim and flag logo. 7ins. 7ins

White Star Line, crystal decanter with logo
White Star Line, rare First Class crystal decanter with logo. 9ins

White Star Line, crystal ice bucket with logo
White Star Line, rare crystal ice bucket with house logo. 6ins. 7ins

RMS Empress of Ireland, two silk postcards
THE MAY COLLECTION: RMS Empress of Ireland, two silk postcards

Ocean liners, collection of five silk postcards
THE MAY COLLECTION: Five silk postcards, featuring the Saxonia, Mauretania and Corsican

Two RMS Lusitania silk postcards
THE MAY COLLECTION: Two RMS Lusitania silk postcards

WW2 Warrior Sailor And Red Cross Flag
A pair of wartime illustrations from a children's ABC book. The left image portrays a warrior sailor while the right picture shows a maritime red cross flag, possibly of the U.S. Navy

Union Jack And H. M. S. Victory
A pair of wartime illustrations from a children's ABC book. The left image a naval Union Jack flag, while the right picture shows H.M.S

WW2, Ensign Flag And Wartime Fisherman
A pair of WW2 illustrations from a children's ABC book. The left image shows a naval ensign banner flown in the Navy manner, while the right picture portrays a war time fisherman

The Quayside - Izmir, Turkey. Date: circa 1904

WW2 - Prime Minister Winston Churchill
WW2 era portrait of Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill (1874-1965) - British statesman, soldier, and writer who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice

British Military Campaign to Tibet - group photo, race day
Group photo outside a tent on race day, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture

Soldiers at Chumbi village, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Three-legged race at Gyantse, from a fascinating album which reveals new details on a little-known campaign in which a British military force brushed aside Tibetan defences to capture Lhasa, in 1904

Lord Roberts capturing the Sepoy Standard at Cawnpore (Kanpur), India, for which he was awarded the Victoria Cross Date: 1858

Advertisement Illustration, Cruise
An advertisement illustration showing a small steam boat cruising down a narrow river with tourists on board at the back, a boy stands at the front holding up a Union Jack flag. Date: circa 1939

Standard and Uniforms of the 3rd Dragoon Guards
The Standard and Uniforms of the 3rd Dragoon Guards Date: 1915

Royal Fusiliers marching through the City of London
The Royal Fusiliers marching through the City of London Date: 1915

Glorious Gallantry of the Middlesex Regiment at Albuhera
The Glorious Gallantry of the Middlesex Regiment, the Die Hards, at the Battle of Albuhera, Peninsular War, 16 May 1811 Date: 1811

Duke of Wellington's West Riding Regiment and Colours
The Duke of Wellington's West Riding Regiment and Colours - uniforms in 1713, 1813 and 1915 Date: 18th century

The Colours and Escort, the Manchester Regiment Date: 1915

The Border Regiment, Uniforms and Colours - Private (1756), Drummer, 55th Regiment (1792), Grenadier, 55th Regiment (1767) Date: 18th century

Cartoon, Strike while the Iron's Hot! Women's Suffrage
Political cartoon, Strike while the Iron's Hot! Women's Suffrage Date: 1891

Sergeant Ewart capturing the French eagle at Waterloo
Sergeant Charles Ewart capturing the French 45th Regiment's eagle standard at the Battle of Waterloo - The Bird Catchers, Royal Scots Greys Date: 1815

Officers with Colours, Royal Dublin Fusiliers Date: 1915

Colours, Drums and Goat Mascot of Royal Welsh Fusiliers
Colours, Drums and Goat Mascot of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers Date: 1915

Colours of old 86th Regiment, now 2nd Battalion Irish Rifles
Colours of the old 86th Regiment, now the 2nd Battalion of the Irish Rifles Date: 1915

Imperial Tobacco's Docks at Norfolk, Virginia, USA Date: 20th century

Selection of Wills Cigarette Packets
A selection of Wills Cigarette Packets Date: 20th century

Music cover, La Marseillaise 1792-1918, WW1 - sung by Rouget de Lisle at Strasbourg (writer of the words and music) Date: 1918

Music cover, States of America, sung by Bing Crosby
Music cover, States of America, favourite songs and dances, sung by Bing Crosby Date: 1945

Royal Yacht, HMY Victoria and Albert Date: 1855

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"Flags: Symbols of Triumph, Unity, and Revolution" Flags have long been powerful symbols representing various aspects of human history and culture. From the iconic HMS Victory to the stirring words of Winston Churchill, they evoke a sense of pride, resilience, and determination. In times of war, flags have played a crucial role in rallying troops and inspiring nations. The famous World War II poster declaring "We shall not flag" reminds us of the unwavering spirit that fueled victory. Similarly, the image captured by Vladimir Grebnev shows Red Army soldiers raising the Soviet flag over Berlin's Reichstag on April 30th, 1945—a momentous symbol marking their triumph over fascism. The Chinese Cultural Revolution Poster featuring Chairman Mao exemplifies how flags were used as tools for political mobilization during turbulent times. It reflects an era when ideologies were fervently embraced or contested. On calmer waters, flags adorn majestic vessels like the STS Malcolm Miller under full sail or fly proudly alongside suffragette activists wearing cat hats—an emblematic representation of their fight for equality. Historical events such as Nelson's Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 showcased how flags could convey critical messages through visual signals. These colorful banners fluttered high above ships' masts to communicate strategic instructions amidst chaos and gunfire. Communist propaganda posters from 1967 remind us that they can also serve as enduring symbols honoring influential figures like Lenin—reminding generations about his lasting impact on society. From Betsy Ross sewing America's first flag to moments frozen in time at Le Mans races where chequered flags mark triumphant victories—the significance attached to these pieces of cloth is undeniable. Whether it be aboard HMS Worcester docked in Greenhithe or Shackleton's expedition team braving treacherous conditions with their trusted flag bearers Wild and Adams—flags continue to unite people under shared values while celebrating individual achievements across diverse contexts.